Our Impact
Nest is resolute in our commitment to provide artisan business leaders and creative entrepreneurs with the training, tools, and resources they need to grow and strengthen their businesses so they can be a steady source of employment in their communities.
2025 Impact Report
Creating livelihoods.
Preserving culture.
Inspiring change.
While the world around us changes with seemingly lightning speed, we, at Nest, remain steadfast in our commitment to ensure that artisans, makers, and creative entrepreneurs are not only celebrated, but supported with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive. Our work spans continents and industries to connect them with business knowledge and new market opportunities.
This is made possible with the generous support of our corporate, brand, and philanthropic partners who understand the value of investing in the US and global craft sectors, and we are grateful for the continued commitment to our work.
A legacy of Advocacy
For more than 18 years, Nest has been delivering high-impact programming in craft communities worldwide.
Take a look at our past reports to learn more about the evolution of our approach to reach hundreds of thousands of artisans with impactful business development programming, complementary resources, and valuable market access opportunities.